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Sheri Presley’s Pilates Story
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Sheri Presley was first introduced to Pilates mat work by her high school dance teacher during warm-ups. It wasn’t until 2012 that she rediscovered Pilates and fell in love. Through her practice, she was able to rehabilitate old shoulder injuries from volleyball and loved how Pilates made her body look and feel. Sheri completed a comprehensive certification in February 2015 and has been teaching Pilates professionally ever since. She’s driven by the success of her clients and loves to see the look of achievement on their faces when they master an exercise. Her goal is to share her passion of Pilates with people in all walks of life so they too can feel and look their absolute best!

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Jasmine Adele has been a Pilates instructor in Orange County for 10 years. Through her private and group class training, she shares her knowledge of Pilates, health, and wellness with her clients of all fitness levels and backgrounds. After sustaining a significant knee injury while performing as a nationally-competitive teen dancer, Jasmine turned to Pilates. Not only did Pilates completely rehabilitate her knee unlike anything else, but it also set her up to be fit, more body aware, and stronger than she could have ever imagined. Jasmine received her B.A. degrees in Dance Performance and Sociology from the University of California, Irvine. She is educated in multiple forms of fitness and holds several certifications that include an Advanced certification in the Classical Pilates Method, a Pre- and Post-Natal certification from the Center for Women's Fitness, Bodhi certification from Balanced Body, and her CPT from the National Personal Training Institute. Jasmine believes that Pilates is truly a great way to give your body the mental and physical nourishment you need to live a happier and healthier life.

Chris’ nine years of extensive experience as a nutrition provider and top ranked personal trainer at elite sports clubs has provided him with the highest levels of success within the fitness industry! He believes that a workout improves you not only physically, but mentally as well. Even if you can only squeeze in a short workout, Chris says that a little can go a long way. Paired with his lifelong passion and experience as an actor, Chris is best known for his ability to not only push his clients to their physical limits, but to deliver training as a fun and interactive experience. He’s motivated to help clients achieve their goals by providing them with exercises that involve the entire body. His motto is “If you want something you’ve never had, you have to do something you’ve never done.”

Although Ramell Taylor has only been in the health and fitness industry professionally for about five years, health and fitness has always been a big part of his life. Ramell played basketball professionally overseas for a year before becoming a youth basketball coach and trainer. His experience conditioning young athletes showed him first-hand how important it is to cross-train off the court using Pilates techniques and plyometrics. Having since moved into personal training, Ramell's passion is working one-on-one with promising youth athletes, as well as helping motivated adults reach their fitness goals. He continues to influence others to adopt diverse training regimens that bring balance into their fitness lifestyles.

Although she’s a professional opera singer who has sung nationwide, movement, fitness, and health have always played an important part of Abla Hamza’s life. While pursuing a degree in music from the University of North Texas, she completed an AFAA certification and began teaching group fitness. Abla soon realized that she wanted to teach a method that was more mind/body oriented, so she received her first Pilates mat certification through Power Pilates in Dallas, where she taught until 2006. After moving to Philadelphia in 2007 to pursue her singing career, Abla completed her Intermediate Mat certificate with Power Pilates. Excited to see the benefits of better posture, strength, and overall fitness, she then completed a 600 hr. Comprehensive Power Pilates (Equipment) Certification at Urbanfront Pilates in 2011, as well as a certificate with the Pilates Method Alliance in 2013. She now teaches in the Los Angeles area and enjoys the challenge of a variety of clients ranging from athletes and performers to pregnant clients to clients recovering from injuries. Abla’s teaching style is encouraging and invigorating, and her motto is “You are stronger than you know.”

Robyn is an accomplished and multi-talented dancer, choreographer, Pilates, TRX and Yoga Instructor, as well as Magician’s Assistant, who has spent her life following her passions. Robyn received her BFA degree in Dance Performance from University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. Robyn began her Pilates training in 2007 and has been certified through Balanced Body University on all apparatuses. In 2009, Robyn was honored to instruct Pilates on Michael Jackson's final tour in preparation for the King of Pop's "This Is It!" She is currently thrilled to be able to share her passion for movement and baseball by instructing and strengthening the LA Dodgers Major League Baseball team. Robyn believes: “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.”

A Southern California native, Sarah has an extensive background in dance and Pilates. She enjoys working with anyone interested in learning more about their body and improving their physical capabilities! Her goal is to make unique workouts that cater to each individual and their needs. She currently serves as the SVP of Operations for Club Pilates Franchise, LLC and directed all of the workouts provided on the Club Pilates On Demand app.

Kate Andrews is a professional dancer and certified Pilates instructor in Los Angeles. She found Pilates at CSU Long Beach while working towards a BFA in Dance. She is certified through BASI Pilates with a dance specialization. She has been instructing Pilates since 2014. She enjoys both classical and contemporary Pilates repertoire while focusing on challenging her clients. You can find her teaching in the studio or dancing on the stage!

Heidi Marie Coles is a veteran Pilates Instructor, teaching and managing at a Pilates Therapy studio in Irvine, CA. Heidi first started studying Pilates in college while completing her degree in Dance at California State University, Long Beach. After tearing her ACL while performing at the Disneyland Resort, she was reintroduced to Pilates for rehabilitation. She later completed her certification through Body Arts Science International with Dance Specialization under the world-renowned, Karen Clippinger. After a few seasons of instructing, Heidi became Pre- and Post-Natal certified through LiveLife Pilates under the instruction of Leah Stewart. With a dance and acrobatic background, Heidi’s attention to form and detail as well as the energy she brings to each session often leaves her clients feeling encouraged, stronger, and more empowered.

Let's get our full body working in the short Pilates workout! As Sheri says, "find your shaky, breaky point!".
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Ambia Phelan has been in the fitness industry for eight years. She's been involved with big-box gyms like Equinox, boutique studios, and is currently running her own bootcamp and online business with her husband, Josh. Fitness was her outlet in helping her find a better way to further her health, relationships, dreams, and career. She is now driven to use this same outlet to help others do the same. She loves building relationships with her clients, watching them achieve their fitness goals, and seeing how their success affects all aspects of their lives. When she is not coaching, she can be found snuggling her baby boy Adrix, taking long walks with her family, traveling, acting, or nerding out on some book. Ambia lives a full and happy life, and she wants to help you do the same, starting with your health.